Senior Compute Engineer (vSAN & VCF)

Senior Compute Engineer (vSAN & VCF)

Romania

Job Details

Senior Compute Engineer (v
SAN & VCF)

Job Description Stefanini Group is looking for a Senior Compute Engineer who has
- depth knowledge of VMware v
Sphere, v
Center, and ESXi, as well as experience with v
SAN, NSX, VCF and v
Realize.  Prior experience with v
SAN and VCF is mandatory for this role.  Our colleague will be responsible for designing, implementing, and troubleshooting our client's virtual environment, as well as providing support to their virtual applications and systems.  The Senior Compute Engineer will work closely with network, storage, and server teams to ensure optimal performance and availability of our virtualized resources. This job is only open to candidates located in Romania and is offered as an employment contract. Key responsibilities:

Implement, maintain, and optimize VMware v
Sphere environments (ESXi & v
Center).

Perform ESXi and v
Center patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management using
- based baselines.

Troubleshoot complex issues across hosts, VMs, storage, and networking layers.

Manage VMware v
Sphere Distributed Switch (VDS), port groups, and related network constructs.

Configure and maintain v
SAN clusters, disk groups, and storage policies; execute full cluster shutdown and
- on procedures.

Diagnose v
SAN health, performance, and
- related issues.

Oversee VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) operations, including dashboard creation, reporting, and workload domain management.

Administer Aria Operations components, architecture, and troubleshooting.

Manage x86 server hardware (Dell & HPE), including IPMI/i
DRAC/i
LO configuration, firmware/driver lifecycle, RAID setup, and hardware troubleshooting.

Collaborate effectively within a matrix organization, balancing customer needs with company objectives.

Document processes, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for operational excellence.

Job Requirements Key requirements:

7+ years of professional experience in systems administration or engineering.

5+ years of
- on experience with VMware v
Sphere (ESXi & v
Center).

Strong knowledge of
- based lifecycle and baseline management.

Solid understanding of v
SAN architecture and VMware networking dependencies.

Proficiency in L2 networking fundamentals (VLANs, trunking, MTU, NIC teaming,
- channel concepts).

Familiarity with multicast, IGMP, and v
Sphere networking.

Expertise in Dell and HPE server hardware management and deployment workflows.

English business proficiency; additional languages are an asset.

Strong ability to work within a matrix structure and manage project/service risks effectively.

Availability for global travel, if required.

Nice to have skills:

Scripting experience (Python, Power
Shell) for automation and integrations.

Familiarity with automation tools (VMware VCF Automation, Red Hat Automation Platform/AWX).

Understanding of
-
- code patterns and orchestration pipelines.

Certification requirements:

Certifications such as VMware Certified Professional, Data Center Virtualization, CCNA Data Center.

Familiarity with ITIL v3 or 4 would be advantageous.

What's next:The preceding job description had been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Diversity & InclusionHere at the Stefanini Group, we value plurality and equity, regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, ancestry, religion, gender, and nationality. We understand and encourage the importance of being you!About usWe are the Stefanini group, a global tech consulting company of Brazilian origin that believes in the power of people to transform businesses through technology. We are present in over 40 countries and operate with the purpose of
- creating solutions TOGETHER WITH OUR CLIENTS that accelerate results and improve the experience of people and organizations. Here, we like to say that technology is not the end, but the means: what really matters are the people who drive it all. Our mindset is AI First, meaning we invest in
- edge technology in everything we do, focusing on results for our clients. We are a company, A GROUP, that breathes collaboration and offers a dynamic environment where you will learn by doing, grow alongside the team, and have space to contribute with ideas and projects. More than just talking about digital transformation, we believe in real transformation that starts with people and impacts real businesses. If you are looking for a place to develop, innovate, and be part of something bigger, the Stefanini Group is your place. We want to inform you that there are currently scams targeting job seekers by falsely using our company's name, Stefanini. We sincerely apologize for any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused. Please remember that legitimate job offers from Stefanini will always come through official channels, including direct communication with our trained recruiters. If you receive any unsolicited messages requesting payment or personal information, please disregard them. Key Points to Remember:* Legitimate job offers only follow interviews conducted with our hiring managers or clients. * We will never ask for payment at any stage of the recruitment process. Stay vigilant and feel free to reach out for verification. Your safety and security are our top priorities. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.  #LI-Remote